[audiobook] Joni Mitchell by Malka Marom at Arts-Photography

Description

Home sewing is booming again. Inspired by sites like Etsy; Craftsy; Pinterest; and CreativeBug; by the continuing popularity of Project Runway and other fashion shows; and by the ever-growing DIY movement; there are more than 35 million sewists in America. Now; for this new generation that wants to make their own clothes; express their fashion sense; look great; be creativemdash;and save money; to bootmdash;comes Amy Barickmanrsquo;s The Magic Pattern Book; an illustrated guide to creating a one-of-a-kind wardrobe from six magic patterns. What makes a sewing pattern magic? Itrsquo;s a simple equation: One ldquo;magicrdquo; pattern can be transformed into six different looksmdash;for example; The Skirt (pattern B) yields an A-line skirt; a maxi skirt; a pleated hem skirt; a pencil wrap skirt; a flared bias skirt; and a ruffled mini. Then comes even more magicmdash;there are six magic patterns in The Magic Pattern Book; resulting in thirty-six different looks. Following each look are suggestions for specific fabrics; many of them repurposed items; for a total of 216 garments and accessories. The skill level is basic; and patterns are bundled onto a CD in an envelope in the back of the book; and also found online (to be downloaded and printed out on 81/2" x 11" paper). What makes a book magic? Another simple equation: great value; a great promise; a great package; and a great author.